Understanding Her: Supporting Us
presented by
The wellpause collective
A Men’s Breakfast on Menopause & Connection
A focused, science-based breakfast helping men understand menopause, intimacy changes, and how to support their partner with clarity and confidence.
🗓 April 25, 2026
📍 Sheldon Kennedy Centre of Excellence
🕗 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Clear information. Honest discussion. Practical insight.
If You’ve Ever Thought…
Why doesn’t he understand what I’m going through?
I wish he knew this wasn’t personal.
I’m tired of explaining menopause.
I just want him to get it.
"This event was created for that." - Dr Esnielle Brooks
Why Menopause Matters to Men
Understanding the physiology reduces the tension.
It affects sleep and energy.
It affects intimacy and desire.
It affects mood and patience.
It affects communcation and connection.
No sales. No pressure. Just clear information and respectful conversation.
Benefits
Why Attend The WellPause Men's Gathering
This event is designed for men who want clarity about their own midlife health and a better understanding of what their partner may be experiencing.
Straightforward Medical Insight
Understand what actually happens during menopause, hormonally, physically, and sexually, without medical jargon or fear-based messaging.
Menopause Explained for Men
Get a clear explanation of menopause, what’s normal, what’s not, and why it often affects both partners.
Relationships & Communication
Learn why mood shifts, withdrawal, irritability, or distance can appear, and how to respond without fixing, minimizing, or escalating tension.
Real Conversations
Ask questions you don’t know where else to ask, in a respectful, grounded environment.
Meet Our Expert Speakers
Two trusted professionals. One focused conversation.
Our speakers bring expertise across every part of midlife, Dr. Esnielle Brooks, a physician and menopause specialist; Tara Fitch, a registered clinical social worker focused on mental health and relationships
Dr. Esnielle Brooks
Dr. Esnielle Brooks is a Family Physician and certified Menopause Specialist with advanced training in women’s and sexual health. She is the founder of The Menopause Clinic and The WellPause Collective, bringing clear, evidence-based guidance to midlife health and menopause care.
Tara Fitch
Tara Fitch is a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting midlife women and couples. She focuses on identity shifts, emotional regulation, and strengthening communication and connection during life transitions.
Understanding Her Sessions
An event about understanding her physiology
What We’ll Cover
Midlife hormone changes in men and women
Energy, sleep, stress, libido, and focus after 40
What menopause actually is and why it matters to men
Common relationship breakdowns during midlife transitions
How to support your partner without trying to fix everything
Long-term health: heart, muscle, bone, and brain
What to Expect
Half-day, in-person gathering
Structured talks and guided discussion
Open Q&A
Calm, respectful environment
No sales pitches
No vendor booths
This Event Is For You If…
You’re over 40 and noticing changes in your health, energy, and relationship.
Your partner is in perimenopause or menopause and you want to understand what’s happening
You want better conversations, not more tension
You prefer clear information over vague advice
You value learning without judgment
Wellpause Collective
The WellPause Collective creates evidence-based spaces for honest conversations about midlife health.
We focus on clarity, connection, and practical support for individuals and couples navigating change.
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